Running Assessments

A mechanically effective runner is more economical. Understanding movement of the whole body in relation to running and the laws of motion are required for economical and effective running.

Combining video and treadmill analysis allows close inspection of body movements and identifies possible effective and ineffective technique and potential contributors to injury. Video assessment can also be done outdoors or at a running track. Filming is done from the front, rear and the side. Utilising video-motion analysis with markers that have been specifically placed allows data to be assessed frame by frame.

In conjunction with an initial biomechanical screening, this is further optimized to assist in maximising economy. Any individual factors compromising performance can be identified and appropriately addressed.

Assessments are completed by a physiotherapist with prior involvement in sport science research, aiming to provide person specific programs. Monitoring of progress and improvement is easily achieved.

Following assessments, the opportunity for running sessions addressing technique will be discussed.

The service is a physiotherapy based service, and therefore it is covered by private health rebates, however this may vary depending on the insurer.